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The 1954 World Cup final is known to Germans as the 'Wunder von Bern', as West Germany managed to topple the heavily favoured Hungarian side to secure Germany's first World Cup triumph. The game is not only significant because it was Germany's first win in the competition but also due to the Mighty Magyar's (Hungary's golden … Continue reading The Miracle of Bern→

After a dismal showing in the 5-1 El Clasico defeat to Barcelona, Real Madrid parted ways with Julen Lopetegui after just 14 games in charge, so who will take the reign of one of the world's biggest clubs in this dire time. 10 games into LaLiga Santander, Real Madrid lie ninth, five points behind the … Continue reading Latest Real Madrid manager odds→

After missing out on qualification to the 2018 World Cup in Russia, it seemed as though the US Men's National Team had taken a step backwards and potentially halted the massive growing interest in football in America. That doesn't appear to be the case and more so now than ever the MLS is drawing more … Continue reading US footballers emerging in Europe→

Nearly every year during the NFL preseason you hear names of international football players making their bid to join an NFL roster, often from Australia where there is a professional rugby league and Germany where there is a recognised American Football scene. There aren't too many names I can think of that try to achieve … Continue reading The Nigerian NFL hopeful→